Thursday, July 16, 2026

Government urges united African response to illegal migration - Magwenya

The South African government has reiterated that illegal migration is a shared continental challenge requiring cooperation rather than confrontation, while rejecting claims that the country is becoming isolated in Africa over its handling of migration and its foreign policy positions.

Presidential Spokesperson Vincent Magwenya said

President Ramaphosa to drive investment, regional ties and Mandela Day initiatives

President Cyril Ramaphosa will embark on a busy programme from Thursday to Saturday, with engagements focused on investment, industrialisation, regional cooperation and improving access to basic services.

On Thursday, the President will attend the Toyota

Presidency rejects claims South Africa is isolated from Africa

The Presidency has dismissed what it describes as a sustained misinformation campaign aimed at portraying South Africa as isolated from the rest of the African continent, following recent anti-illegal migration protests.

Addressing a media briefing at the Union Buildings

Nelson Mandela ensured every South African had dignity and hope

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli says the life of former President Nelson Mandela was about purpose and about ensuring that every South African, regardless of race, gender or background, had the opportunity to live with dignity and hope.

“For many people, Nelson Mandela is remembered

Manufacturing remains the backbone of a successful industrial economy

The manufacturing sector remains the backbone of every successful industrial economy, Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) Deputy Minister John Steenhuisen said.

“Around the world, countries that have achieved

Pule urges South Africans to break silence on GBVF

Social Development Minister Dina Pule has called on South Africans to speak out against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) and not wait to report abuse before it escalates into tragedy.

Pule’s call comes as the country prepares to mark

New Development Bank appoints Monale Ratsoma as vice-president

The Board of Governors of the New Development Bank has appointed Monale Ratsoma as the bank’s vice-president from South Africa, effective 8 July 2026.

In his new role, Ratsoma will be responsible for risk